Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 637

Leona's body remained weak. She knew she had lost her baby. Even before the delivery, she had felt the loss when Sebastian arrived. She held back her tears in front of Carissa and refused to cry. But after they settled in the estate, Leona buried her head and wept quietly once her cousin stepped out of the room.

Violet wanted to go in and comfort her, but Carissa stopped her and shook her head. "Any consolation now will feel hollow. She needs to endure this on her own."

Some pains were so deep that comfort would do nothing but stir up more tears, memories, and heartache.

Claire came to report that Molly and Fiona had gone to Silverstone Estate. After hearing this, Violet informed Carissa, who was startled as she suddenly recalled Zoey's visit yesterday.

The day had felt so long that it almost seemed like the visit had happened ages ago.

"Keep an eye on them within permissible limits. Don't draw too much attention," Carissa instructed.

"Don't worry, Claire and the others know how to handle things discreetly. Winona trained them, after all," Violet reassured.

Carissa nodded, then went to see Alana and Leah.

"Now, Leona's divorce is inevitable. I originally asked you to care for her until she gave birth and said it wouldn't take too long. Now that she has given birth and left Gracehold Estate, do you want to return to Meadow Ridge or stay with her a little longer?" Carissa asked.

Her eyes filled with sorrow and self-reproach, Alana replied, "I've already sent a letter to our master and told her we won't be returning to Meadow Ridge for a while. We failed to protect the duchess. I shouldn't have gone in to get the cloak yesterday.

"I never expected Samuel to be so cunning. He never mentioned wanting the duchess' help to restore his official position. He only ever came to try and get into her good graces, and we thought he was trying to turn over a new leaf. That was my mistake and my fault. So, I'll stay with Lady Leona during this difficult time."

"Don't blame yourself, Alana. You can prepare for many situations, but you can't prevent everything. You and Leah have done your best. If it weren't for you, Leona would have faced far worse."